1956 Buick 40 vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Buick 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | 40 | 460 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |